Here is a practical fold: a box with a hinged lid that closes shut. This is a challenging model, but if you have folded similar models of mine (like the Encyclopedia Origamica) then this will be easier.
- This design will be taught from diagrams.
- This uses non-square paper: 3 by 7 proportioned paper (dollar bills)
- This is a modular/composite requiring 4 sheets.
- This model requires precision in folding and patience in assembling. However, the reward is great: a beautiful, practical model that can hold anything from flowers to a ring to a Jack in the Box.
(Note that I will be teaching the box only, and not the contents shown in the photos).
Crease patterns are available online (noted above). If you print them and cut them out, you will have oversize dollars with the creases already printed on them!
https://www.flickr.com/photos/glennfolds5/51984522298/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/glennfolds5/51984522253/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/glennfolds5/51984739729/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/glennfolds5/51984461671/in/dateposted-public/
Students should bring at least four crisp, foldable dollar bills